Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue crews are responding to a gas leak at Murfreesboro Flower Shop, 1007 Memorial Blvd. As a safety precaution, Poplar Ave. at Wedgewood is closed, causing traffic congestion in the area. WGNS has learned that several nearby businesses have been evacuated as a precaution.

Authorities urge drivers to use alternate routes to avoid delays. Murfreesboro Police are on-site to help direct traffic, while Atmos Energy crews work alongside firefighters to contain and repair the leak.

Drivers should stay alert for updates as emergency crews continue working to resolve the situation.